Market news today - 2026 starts as 2025 ended

This week in the markets: the year end melt-up continues into 2026 as investors shrug off geo-political upheavals; and gold hits a new record on worries about Fed independence. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - FTSE 100 breaks 10,000

This week in the markets: The FTSE 100 finally hits 10,000; the US intervenes in Venezuela; and retailers report on Christmas trading. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - interest rates in focus

This week in the markets: The final interest rate decisions of 2025 will hog the headlines; as jobs data in the US and UK paint a picture of a modestly slowing economy; and investors assess a third year of rising stock markets. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - November breaks market winning streak

This week in the markets: November breaks a seven-month winning streak for shares; we assess the odds of another Santa Rally; and the case for quality and diversification. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - late cycle volatility

This week in the markets: sentiment settles after last week’s volatility; Black Friday shines a spotlight on the US consumer economy; while here in the UK, all eyes are on the Labour government’s tricky second Budget. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - harvesting gains

This week in the markets: Investors harvest gains after a six-month rally; the UK struggles to price in Budget speculation; and Asian markets are hit by China/Japan tensions. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - strong earnings offset valuation fears

This week in the markets: strong earnings offset valuation concerns; the US government re-opens for business; while here in the UK, jobs and GDP data set the scene for the Bank’s next rate-setting meeting. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - shares continue their winning streak

This week in the markets: shares close out October on a winning streak; and will the Bank of England follow the Fed lower? Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - Fed and tech stocks test buoyant market

This week in the markets: central bank meetings and tech stock results provide plenty of tests for a buoyant stock market. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - markets do the jitterbug

This week in the markets: Investors are jittery as the US bull run enters its fourth year. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.